Best Ernie Svenson Podcasts (2024)

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281: The 5 Biggest Mistakes in Using Technology (and How to Avoid Them) 19:36

3d ago19:36

19:36

As we all know, modern technology can create powerful leverage in any business. Unfortunately, it's complex and rapidly changing, which creates big challenges—especially for lawyers. Most lawyers lack the instincts to know what to focus on and prioritize, so they often make big mistakes when using technology. Fortunately, the five biggest mistakes …

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280: Update on Generative AI Chatbots & How Lawyers Can Use Them Safely 33:08

17d ago33:08

33:08

AI Chatbots powered by GPT-4 technology are improving rapidly so the opportunities are expanding for lawyers who want to leverage this to improve aspects of their practices. But which GPT4 chatbots are best? And what are the best opportunities for using them in your practice? That's what we'll cover in this episode. In this episode, you will hear: …

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279: LinkedIn Networking: How to "Work the Room" 32:05

1M ago32:05

32:05

LinkedIn is a goldmine for professional referrals. Think of it as a 24-hour networking event that runs 365 days a year. You can "attend" asynchronously and easily generate new referrals without spending a lot of time "working the room.” In this episode, you will hear: 24/7 receptionist and chatbot services Unlocking LinkedIn's potential Crafting ef…

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278: How to Get More Out of Podcasts You Listen to (Snipd) 22:24

2M ago22:24

22:24

Podcasts are valuable troves of knowledge. And yet it's notoriously challenging to capture insights and take notes on things you want to remember. But now there's a magic solution that you'll definitely appreciate knowing about that you'll learn all about in this episode. In this episode, you will hear: Leveraging podcasts for professional growth E…

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277: Traction Business Coaching for Law Firms (w/ Kellam Parks) 46:26

2M ago46:26

46:26

In this episode, you'll learn how a Virginia lawyer found the best business coach to help his firm implement principles from the popular book “Traction” (by Gino Wickman). Listen as Kellam Parks shares the process he used to research and vet candidates, and why he says the decision to hire a coach was "transformative." He also explains exactly why …

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276: Privacy vs Security: Top Tips to Avoid Hackers 26:57

3M ago26:57

26:57

Hackers repeatedly use the same common ploys to fool most people most easily. Avoid becoming a victim by learning about these ploys and by using a tech tool that too many people do not know about (or use if they do know). In this episode, you'll learn about six excellent recommendations the AARP believes can protect people online. And learn more ab…

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275: Frictionless Scheduling (with Calendly, etc.) 21:36

3M ago21:36

21:36

Traditional ways of scheduling appointments have too much friction, so lawyers should now adopt automated scheduling technology like that offered by Calendly. When you use this type of tool, you'll be able to do more deep work without being bogged down with scheduling appointments or getting interrupted during peak work time. In this episode, you'l…

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274: The Year of Ninja Lawyering 29:45

4M ago29:45

29:45

The year 2024 is the year of Ninja Lawyering for solo and small firm lawyers who want frictionless efficiency, financial freedom, and flexibility to work less and enjoy life more. The key is leveraging technology strategically by focusing on a few key tools, the first of which we'll discuss in this episode. If you start using this tool, your practi…

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Episode 44: The Curious Path to Entrepreneurial Success with Vikram Deol 56:07

4M ago56:07

56:07

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! Get ready to be inspired as we dive into the sheer power of mindset and curiosity in supercharging your business success with Vikram Deol, Real Estate Sales Coach! We're talking curiosity, folks! Vikram also sheds light on the immense significance of being curious and aware in the world of en…

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273: Digital Nomadism - Part 2 (with Megan Hargroder) 43:23

4M ago43:23

43:23

In Part 2 of our discussion of "Digital Nomadism," Megan Hargroder shares more insights on the art of living and working from anywhere. She highlights the use of platforms like Trusted House Sitters as an alternative to using AirBnb. And we also discuss safety tips while traveling abroad. Finally, we cover money management strategies, which are cri…

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Episode 43: The Most Effective Strategies for Recruiters Revealed by Jon Chintanaroad 59:00

4M ago59:00

59:00

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! Our guest for today is none other than Jon Chintanaroad, founder and coach at Recruiting Accelerator. Join us as he shares his inspiring journey, from being laid off from his own recruiting agency to building a thriving freelance recruiting business and coaching program. Jon invites us into h…

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272: Legal Malpractice Insurance Made Easy 52:39

5M ago52:39

52:39

In this episode, we delve into a detailed conversation with Rio Peterson from Alps Insurance. We explore the intricacies of malpractice insurance and discuss how solo and small law firms can protect themselves not just against malpractice, but also cyber attacks and employment claims. We also delve into the transformative potential of artificial in…

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Episode 42: Introverts Unite! Business Success for the Quiet and Shy with Matthew Pollard 47:30

5M ago47:30

47:30

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! In this episode, we have Matthew Pollard, also known as the Rapid Growth® Guy, also an entrepreneur, international speaker, business coach, and author of "The Introvert's Edge," who shares his insights on how introverts can excel in business! Matthew emphasizes the importance of understanding…

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271: Automating Documents & Productizing Your Services (with Dorna Moini) 47:14

5M ago47:14

47:14

In the latest episode, attorney Dorna Moini explains how her product, Gavel, enables full intake and workflow automation. She also explains how lawyers can document their expertise and turn that into revenue-generating products. In this episode, you will hear about: The importance of automating repetitive tasks, which begins with recording and anal…

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Episode 41: Legal Tech Talk: Ernie Svenson on Marketing, Mindset, and AI Mastery 57:54

5M ago57:54

57:54

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! In this episode, we have Ernie Svenson, a lawyer turned tech consultant, sharing his expertise in leveraging technology and mindset for businesses. He discusses his career transition, the role of systems and AI in business, and the potential pitfalls of relying solely on AI-generated informat…

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270: Build a Successful Law Firm and Run it While Living in Europe 1:06:03

6M ago1:06:03

1:06:03

This episode features an interview with a lawyer who went from helping build a multimillion-dollar firm to practicing law from coffee shops in Europe. Sheila Wilkinson helped build a highly successful law firm from scratch even before she went to law school. Crazy but true. And after law school, she created her own successful practice, which she st…

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Episode 40: The Improv Advantage for Entrepreneurs with Nathan Minns 42:58

6M ago42:58

42:58

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! We're joined by Nathan Minns, the Founder & CEO of Green Light Improv. Join us as Nathan takes us on an incredible journey, sharing the improv advantage with entrepreneurs and employees alike. Nathan offers a riveting narrative of personal discovery, from his auditions with an improv group to…

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269: Master of Tech, Deficient in Delegation (Interview with lawyer Brandon Siegal) 58:19

6M ago58:19

58:19

This episode is a deep dive into the law practice of solo attorney Brandon Siegal, a seasoned Canadian tax specialist who is comfortable using technology but finds delegation more challenging. The discussion was informed by answers he provided in taking my comprehensive Law Practice Assessment. We talked about software tools he uses, such as Clio, …

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Episode 39: The Electric Bill: Energizing Your Mindset for Success with Bill G. Williams 48:48

6M ago48:48

48:48

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! In this episode, we have the pleasure of introducing our guest, Bill G. Williams, aka Electric Bill, who is the mastermind behind The b4 Group. Join us as we dive into his journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, his passion for HR and people development, and the secrets to creat…

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268: Modern Note-Taking for Lawyers with Obsidian 49:57

7M ago49:57

49:57

Digital note-taking for lawyers is no longer just about transcribing ideas—it's about weaving them together. Enter the world of "Personal Knowledge Management" (PKM), a realm where Evernote once reigned supreme but now faces more powerful contenders. Obsidian is the best note-taking app for lawyers who want a powerful, user-friendly tool that also …

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Episode 38: Ali Daniel's Powerful Approach to Emotions and Entrepreneurship 59:20

7M ago59:20

59:20

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! In this episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing Ali Daniel, a Subconscious and Somatic Coach from Punch Drunk Soul who shows her powerful approach to emotions, entrepreneurship, and more! Ali explores the importance of work-life balance and taking control of your personal and profession…

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267: Getting The Most out of Microsoft 365 - Part 2 39:20

7M ago39:20

39:20

This episode continues a discussion on how to get the most out of Microsoft 365 tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Whether you use a Mac or a PC, these tools help streamline the most common workflows in your law practice. I invited Ben Schorr to explain the ins and outs of 365 software. Ben works at Microsoft as a senior-level product…

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Episode 37: Bob Hunter's Proven Tips for Success in Business and Credit Management 58:45

7M ago58:45

58:45

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! Our guest for today is Bob Hunter, CEO of Oxford Pierpont and My Business Credit, who shares his tips for success in business and credit management! Bob shares his inspiring journey of going from losing his job and going blind to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Bob's passion for entrepren…

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266: Getting The Most out of Microsoft 365 - Part 1 38:50

7M ago38:50

38:50

This episode is about how to get the most out of Microsoft 365 tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Whether you use a Mac or a PC, these tools help streamline the most common workflows in your law practice. I invited Ben Schorr to explain the ins and outs of 365 software. Ben works at Microsoft as a senior-level product manager for cont…

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Episode 36: 5 Key Questions to Understand Your Customers with John Mendez 59:28

8M ago59:28

59:28

Join us for yet another inspiring episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! We invited John Mendez, founder of Stop and Stare Media and host of the Walk 2 Wealth podcast, to share his journey and entrepreneurship insights. He started in a challenging environment, and he used entrepreneurship as a means to overcome obstacles! John dives deep into the co…

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265: Digital Nomadism for Lawyers (with Megan Hargroder) 40:53

8M ago40:53

40:53

Step into the extraordinary world of digital nomadism with my wanderlust-filled guest, Megan Hargroder. Megan, a seasoned digital nomad, has been living out of her suitcase and working from the picturesque locales of Europe for the past eight months. Join us for a riveting conversation that explores the exhilarating freedoms and intricate challenge…

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Episode 35: How Jeanne Omlor Turned Debt into a Million-Dollar Business 1:05:17

8M ago1:05:17

1:05:17

Another G.E.M. Series Podcast episode just for you! Are you tired of feeling stuck in your business? Meet Jeanne Omlor, a successful business coach and strategist who went from deep debt to building a million-dollar business ORGANICALLY. In this episode, Jeanne shares her inspiring journey and her approach to organic marketing. Get ready to learn h…

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264: The Legal Singularity - How A.I. will Improve Our Profession (with Ben Alarie) 48:48

8M ago48:48

48:48

Let's journey into the fascinating world of law and technology with our extraordinary guest, Ben Alarie. He's not just a law professor, but also an entrepreneur and author who has put his expertise in an excitingly accessible format through his AI product, Ask Blue J. This ingenious tool simplifies tax law navigation, transforming complex databases…

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263: New Tech Effectiveness Assessment for Lawyers 22:19

9M ago22:19

22:19

In this episode, we revisit a persistent favorite topic - Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). We understand there are many recurring issues that may concern you, but which ones are the most pressing? We are on a mission to resolve these sticking points. A common challenge for attorneys is determining the technology that could bring the most signi…

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Essential Tech Tools & Tips (with Adriana Linares) 52:00

9M ago52:00

52:00

What if you could revolutionize your legal practice with technology? This provocative question led to an enlightening chat with legal tech consultant, Adriana Linares, who shared insights on how transitioning to cloud-based services and leveraging tools like TextExpander and ChatGPT can significantly enhance productivity and writing skills. That's …

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Episode 34: How To Captivate Gen Z Through Your Marketing (Without The Cringe) With Celine Chai 44:59

10M ago44:59

44:59

Let's hear from the Gen Z in this NEW episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! This time, we have Celine Chai, the co-founder of NinetyEight, a Gen Z Marketing Agency making waves in the business industry. Celine takes us on an inspiring journey of how she and her friends embarked on the entrepreneurial path during the pandemic. Starting as a small bu…

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Overture.law - An Innovative New Way of Getting & Making Referrals 42:41

10M ago42:41

42:41

Imagine a world where getting quality referrals is not just possible, but easy and ethical too. That's the pioneering world Arya Firoozmand, co-founder of Overture Law, is building. In this enlightening conversation, Arya takes me through his journey into law practice and how he and his partners invented Overture Law, an innovative platform that fi…

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Episode 33: The Power of Persistence: How Rick Elmore Built the Largest Handwriting Platform in the World 44:36

10M ago44:36

44:36

Welcome to another episode of the G.E.M. Series Podcast! In today's episode, Host Blake Chapman is here with Rick Elmore, a former NFL player turned entrepreneur. Discover how his unwavering persistence propelled him to establish Simply Noted, now the world's largest handwriting platform. Drawing upon his athletic background and corporate sales exp…

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Technology vs. Natural Growth 20:02

10M ago20:02

20:02

Discover the secret to unlocking human growth and genuine connections in our increasingly digital world. This episode promises to reveal the power of face-to-face interaction and why it's crucial for personal and professional success. Let me take you on a journey through our experience with Laurel Street Music in New Orleans, where an inspiring sto…

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Episode 32: From Rock Bottom to Next Level Success: Insights from Kevin Palmieri of Next Level University 51:17

10M ago51:17

51:17

Are you ready to rise from rock bottom to the next level of success? The G.E.M. Series Podcast brings you Kevin Palmieri, the CFO, Founder, and Co-host of the "Next Level University" Podcast. Growing up in Massachusetts, he had dreams of becoming a professional athlete. However, after securing a high-paying job, he found himself deeply unfulfilled …

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A Celebrity Actor Shares Law Practice Insights (Surprise Guest) 27:23

11M ago27:23

27:23

Ever wondered how the 80-20 principle applies to a Hollywood actor's life and career? I have an exclusive chat with the legendary Tom Hanks, shedding light on the topic and sharing his personal experiences! But there's more than meets the ear – my friend and computer forensics expert Craig Ball joins me to reveal the cutting-edge AI technology from…

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Episode 31: Creating Your Ideal Client Experience: Insights from H.B. Pasley 53:55

11M ago53:55

53:55

In the return of The G.E.M. Series Podcast, we welcome a brand new guest H.B. Pasley! H.B. Pasley is an expert at creating your ideal client experience. He has been a coach, a creative, and a professional communicator for close to 4 decades. He has published many books and countless leadership guides, facilitated thousands of people in leadership d…

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Streamlining Operations using Agile Methodology (John Grant) 48:05

11M ago48:05

48:05

Are you ready to revolutionize your law firm's operations and witness a substantial boost in productivity and profitability? Join me for an enlightening conversation with John Grant, a renowned lawyer and consultant who has mastered the art of streamlining law practices for maximum success. Together, we explore the Kanban method for visualizing wor…

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Using Airtable Databases to Help Run a Small Law Firm (Jess Birken) 36:14

11M ago36:14

36:14

In this podcast episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Jess Birken, a small firm law owner who specializes in helping nonprofits. As someone with an entrepreneurial spirit and a tech-savvy approach, Jess shared her insights on how technology has revolutionized her practice and how others can optimize their own businesses. One of the key topic…

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Get Staffed Up with Remote Workers in Latin America (Guest: Brett Trembly) 44:09

11M ago44:09

44:09

In this episode, Brett Trembly, a business lawyer and founder of Get Staffed Up, shares how his company helps law firm owners hire talented virtual assistants from Latin America. He discusses his new book, which sets forth a 24-month game plan for hiring seven specific positions. He also explains the best practices for working with virtual assistan…

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A Practicing Lawyer's Perspective on ChatGPT (Enrico Schaefer) 43:56

12M ago43:56

43:56

Discover the transformative power of ChatGPT technology in the legal industry as Ernie sits down with Enrico Schaefer, an attorney with over thirty years of experience in technology and IP law. Learn how Enrico leverages AI tools and third-party applications to revolutionize his practice, streamline communication, and optimize his workflow. Join Er…

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Gumbo, ChatGPT & Systems (with Matt Granda) 39:34

12M ago39:34

39:34

In this episode I briefly discuss gumbo, ChatGPT and a new development in my Systems program. You'll also hear from Matt Granda, the managing partner in a P.I. law firm who is serious about systematizing and improving his firm's operations. Show Notes Matt Granda's LinkedIn page Claggett & Sykes website (Matt's law firm) Click for a list of the Bes…

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Hiring & Working with Overseas VAs (with Joey Vitale) 48:35

12M ago48:35

48:35

Joey Vitale practices trademark law in Chicago and got so busy he needed to hire overseas VAs from the Philippines. Then he started teaching other lawyers the benefits and methods of working with overseas VAs. Learn the best ways of hiring and working with remote VAs in law practice. And discover the "Holy Grail" metric for uncommon law firm succes…

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Building Accountability Charts & Tracking Portals (with Melissa Shanahan) 32:14

1y ago32:14

32:14

Business coach Melissa Shanahan discusses how she helped a small group of law firm owners build a dashboard for tracking key metrics in their practices (i.e., a "tracking portal"). She also showed them how to define the various roles for work done in the firm (now or in the future) through an "accountability chart." Show Notes Velocity Work (Meliss…

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The Future of Lawyer Work is Here 27:16

1y ago27:16

27:16

The legal profession is changing rapidly, and lawyers must adapt quickly. Discover the best way to work and thrive in the modern world. (hint: trial & error is the worst way). Show Notes Click to download the list of Best Systems & Tools for Lawyers Subscribe to Substack newsletter: The 80/20 Principle Learn more about the Law Firm Systems Workshop…

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Modern Systems for Virtual Law Practice - Part 2 31:09

1y ago31:09

31:09

Lawyers increasingly work remotely or in virtual environments. That means we need new ways of better organizing, communicating, and collaborating in this digital/virtual world. The first part of two that examines how to make this happen, so our practices run more smoothly. Show Notes Click here to download the PDF list of recommended tools (and oth…

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Modern Systems for Virtual Law Practice - Part 1 38:13

1y ago38:13

38:13

Lawyers increasingly work remotely or in virtual environments. That means we need new ways of better organizing, communicating, and collaborating in this digital/virtual world. The first part of two that examines how to make this happen, so our practices run more smoothly. Show Notes Click here to download the PDF list of recommended tools (and oth…

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GPT-4 is Here - Lawyers Beware 31:59

1y ago31:59

31:59

Last week's release of GPT-4 has stunned people because of its amazing new capabilities for interpreting requests, finding and synthesizing information, as well as writing coherent summaries. It even scored in the 90th percentile on a bar exam, which means it can handle legal information as well. In this episode you'll find out what GPT-4 is and ho…

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Productize Your Legal Services 28:56

1y ago28:56

28:56

If you can create an information product for potential clients to get a meaningful result, they will trust you more and possibly hire you later for full-scope work. Many lawyers are now productizing their legal services, and in this episode, we discuss why you should do this, the best way to start, and the small hurdles to surmount to make it happe…

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Cybersecurity for Law Firms 29:11

1y ago29:11

29:11

Cybersecurity is essential in all fields, but especially in law firms, where there is so much sensitive information stored on computers. Learn how to protect yourself in this episode. Show Notes The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch Richard Koch on Mastering the 80/20 Principle (Tim Ferriss's interview with Ri…

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